Dr. Rick Workman, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Heartland Dental stated, "We are excited to have this opportunity to affiliate with such a significant dental support organization that is not only in our footprint, but also shares so many of our core values and beliefs."

My Dentist Chief Dental Director Dr. Jennifer Chambers said, "Heartland Dental is the right cultural fit for us and this partnership is absolutely the right decision for our doctors, our patients and our employees."

Upon completion of the transaction, Heartland Dental will provide dental support services to more than 500 dental offices in 26 states.

Dr. Workman appeared on Fox Business News' "After the Bell" segment live Friday afternoon.